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Queso Fundido Skillet

Warm, cheesy, and packed with flavor, this Queso Fundido Skillet is a crowd-pleasing dip. Dig in and enjoy the combination of ground chorizo, sauteed onions, jalapenos, and melted Monterey Jack cheese!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 420 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground chorizo sausage
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced (about ½ cup)
  • 1 small jalapeño pepper, finely diced
  • 4 cups (452 g) Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
Toppings
  • tomato, diced for garnish
  • jalapeño pepper, diced for garnish
  • cilantro, chopped for garnish
  • warm tortillas, or tortilla chips for serving

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. In a large, oven-safe skillet (like cast iron) over medium-high heat, cook the chorizo sausage for 4 minutes, breaking up the meat as you go.
  3. Add onion and jalapeno. Continue to cook for 4-6 more minutes, or until the chorizo is cooked through. Discard excess grease. Then, reserve about ¼ cup of the cooked chorizo for topping.
  4. Top the cooked chorizo with cheese. Then, top with reserved chorizo.
  5. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cheese has melted.
  6. Top with tomatoes, jalapenos, and cilantro. Serve warm with warm tortillas or tortilla chips.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1portion Calories 420kcal (21%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 420

% Daily Value*

Serving 1portion
Calories 420kcal 21%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.